Badnawara - Alot, Ratlam
Badnawara is a village situated in the Alot tehsil of Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Alot and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Ratlam. Dharola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Badnawara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Badnawara is 470284. The village covers a total geographical area of 409.49 hectares and falls under the 457114 pincode. Alot is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Badnawara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Badnawara
According to the 2011 Census, Badnawara village had a total population of 607 people, including 314 males and 293 females, living in 113 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.51%, with male literacy at 53.46% and female literacy at 22.89%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 54.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 607 | 314 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 54 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 24 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 139 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 175 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Badnawara
Badnawara is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dudhawati | East | 1.66 km |
| Dharola | North | 1.87 km |
| Khedi (alot) | North-West | 2.49 km |
| Khamariya | West | 2.57 km |
| Pratappura | South-East | 2.58 km |
| Khajuri Solanki | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Guradiya | East | 3.40 km |
| Joyan | South-East | 3.63 km |
| Patan | South | 4.29 km |
| Laxmipura | North-East | 4.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Badnawara
Badnawara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vikramgarh Alot, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alot to Badnawara is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ratlam to Badnawara is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Badnawara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Badnawara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Badnawara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Badnawara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Badnawara
Where is Badnawara located?
Badnawara village is located in Alot Tehsil, Ratlam district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Badnawara?
The Gram Panchayat of Badnawara is Dharola.
What is the pincode of Badnawara?
The pincode of Badnawara is 457114.
What is the population of Badnawara?
Badnawara had a total population of 607, including 314 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Badnawara?
Badnawara had 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Badnawara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Badnawara was 38.51%. Male literacy was 53.46% and female literacy was 22.89%.